How Much Is Rent in Nashville?

If you’re thinking about moving to Nashville, one of the first questions you’ll ask is simple: how much does rent cost here?

Quick answer

Citywide average rent is about $1,800 to $1,850/month, but it swings a lot based on where you live. Downtown-adjacent neighborhoods can be $2,200 to $2,700+, while some areas further out are closer to the mid-$1,400s.

Why you’ll see different “averages” online

Different sites measure different things (average vs median, apartments only vs all property types, and different inventory sources). For example:

• RentCafe shows $1,822 average (updated Feb 3, 2026).

• Redfin shows $1,799 average (their latest displayed month).

• Apartments.com shows ~$1,660 average (Feb 2026).

• Zumper shows $1,930 median across all bedroom counts and property types (Jan 2026).

So the real takeaway is the range by area, which is what most renters actually need.

Average rent by area (realistic pockets)

Downtown and downtown-adjacent (highest)

If you want walkability, skyline views, and new luxury buildings, expect the premium.

• Downtown Nashville: $2,659 average

• The Gulch: $2,372 average

• Germantown: $2,270 average

• Midtown / Vanderbilt area: $2,244 average

North Nashville (Madison and nearby)

Generally a lower entry point than the urban core, with plenty of value depending on the property.

• Madison: $1,426 average

South Nashville (Antioch, Glencliff)

South and southeast pockets vary a lot, but this is where many renters find better value than downtown-adjacent.

• Antioch: $1,463 average

• Glencliff: $1,470 average

West Nashville (Sylvan Park, Hillwood, Bellevue)

West Nashville has both higher-demand pockets and more moderate pricing as you move out.

• Sylvan Park: $1,940 average

• Hillwood: $1,610 average

• Bellevue: $1,637 average

Donelson and Hermitage (east corridor)

Often a sweet spot for value, space, and airport access.

• Donelson: $1,471 average

• Hermitage: $1,450 average

Brentwood and Franklin (Williamson County)

Typically higher than most of Davidson County, especially when you get into newer communities and top school zones.

• Brentwood: $1,751 average

• Franklin: $2,039 average

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